All 47 Uses of
however
in
The Bourne Identity
- The Geoffrey R., however, had been changed to, George P., the eliminations and spaceline blockage expertly accomplished.†
Chpt 4however = a word used to connect contrasting ideas as when using though, in spite of that, in contrast, nevertheless, etc.
- Her conclusion, however, was irritatingly clear.†
Chpt 4
- He had to concentrate on the space around them, at whatever movement-however slight-he might discern in the shadows of the large parking lot.
Chpt 5 *however = regardless of how
- The men in one automobile, however, were aware of her.†
Chpt 7however = a word used to connect contrasting ideas as when using though, in spite of that, in contrast, nevertheless, etc.
- There were, however, people talking excitedly on the pavement and up the stone steps of Number 37.†
Chpt 7
- The gunman's expertise, however, did not satisfy the bespectacled leader of the hunt.†
Chpt 8
- The professional in him, however, demanded that he swerve into the dark wide alley ahead.†
Chpt 8
- Three well-dressed men walking rapidly up rue Madeleine, talking to each other, their eyes, however, directed straight ahead.†
Chpt 11
- Marie, however, remained near the wide front window, keeping a perpetual eye on the entrance of the bank across rue Madeleine.†
Chpt 12
- From there, however, the appearances veered; the cafe on rue Madeleine was totally French, carafes of wine replacing steins of beer.†
Chpt 12
- Since our talk began, however, it now tells me something else.†
Chpt 12
- There are facts, however.†
Chpt 13however = a word used to connect contrasting ideas as when using "though", "in spite of that", "in contrast", "nevertheless", etc.
- The cab's motor, however, was running, the passenger had insisted upon that.†
Chpt 13however = a word used to connect contrasting ideas as when using though, in spite of that, in contrast, nevertheless, etc.
- It was, however, a beautifully appointed store on one of the most costly strips of real estate in Paris.†
Chpt 14 *
- He could, however, continue building a foundation with the managing partner of Les Classiques.†
Chpt 14
- He was in his late sixties now, but his bearing was still erect, his mind as sharp as it had ever been, his age, however, betrayed by a face lined from the tensions of a lifetime he would never reveal.†
Chpt 15
- I thought, however, any background might be helpful.†
Chpt 15
- It is of such importance, however, that your fee will be five times the usual.†
Chpt 16
- In both places, however, U. S. government personnel had been watching the customs clerks-more precisely, watching the briefcase.†
Chpt 19
- What was unusual, however, was the fact that two other men remained in the shadows of the deep back seat, neither making any move to get out.†
Chpt 20
- There was, however, one positive feature to the place; an ice machine down the hall.†
Chpt 21
- The enclosed part, however, was similar to the first floor.†
Chpt 24
- The immediate objective, however, was to get Villiers to stop.†
Chpt 25
- In too many areas, however, they see it happening.†
Chpt 25
- There was, however, one sizable space on the left, across from the general's house; it could accommodate both their cars.†
Chpt 25
- Not once, however, had he been able to listen to anything of substance; whenever he had picked up the phone, serious conversation had been replaced by innocuous banter.†
Chpt 27
- I was adamant, however.†
Chpt 29however = a word used to connect contrasting ideas as when using "though", "in spite of that", "in contrast", "nevertheless", etc.
- The identities of the dead, however, clearly established.†
Chpt 30however = a word used to connect contrasting ideas as when using though, in spite of that, in contrast, nevertheless, etc.
- Personally, however, I wish no involvement.†
Chpt 30
- Each time, however, I reject the idea.†
Chpt 30
- There had been no fragments of glass found in the jungle paths of Base Camp Kilo, however.†
Chpt 31however = a word used to connect contrasting ideas as when using "though", "in spite of that", "in contrast", "nevertheless", etc.
- As for your talking to my wife, however, I'm afraid that's not possible.†
Chpt 32however = a word used to connect contrasting ideas as when using though, in spite of that, in contrast, nevertheless, etc.
- He pulled out his gun, the gesture pathetic, the threat, however, real.†
Chpt 33
- One old man, however, did not float in the trancelike movements of the others.†
Chpt 34
- Soviet defectors, however, insisted upon them.†
Chpt 34
- He may not be our concern, however.†
Chpt 35however = a word used to connect contrasting ideas as when using "though", "in spite of that", "in contrast", "nevertheless", etc.
- There is, however, one remaining detail which must be thoroughly understood.†
Chpt 35however = a word used to connect contrasting ideas as when using though, in spite of that, in contrast, nevertheless, etc.
- However, successive repetitions will result in flaws if it's not authentic.†
Chpt 4
- However, I don't believe you.†
Chpt 7
- However, a statement had been made by the building manager when Bourne paid him.†
Chpt 7
- However, we also recognize that the timing can be advantageous to Monsieur Bourne, and would expect no less than that advantage.†
Chpt 13
- However, all our designs are exclusive.†
Chpt 14
- However, Ire been away a lot and haven't paid much attention to her, so I guess I should make peace.†
Chpt 14
- He's no fool, however; he lies quietly, dropping a hint here and there, knowing that they will be exaggerated in the telling into substance.†
Chpt 17 *
- However, a long-range intelligence strategy doesn't change, not one like this.†
Chpt 19
- However, if he can take Carlos-or trap Carlos so we can take him-then vanish, he's home free.†
Chpt 19
- However, the director of Cons-Op had learned one fact: Conklin had been attached to Medusa.†
Chpt 34
Definitions:
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(1)
(however as in: However, complications may...) though (or another expression that connects contrasting ideas)
(Based on idea 1 we might not expect idea 2, but this is a way of saying that even though idea 1 exists, we still have idea 2. Synonyms include in spite of that, despite that, nevertheless, nonetheless, on the other hand, in contrastand but.) -
(2)
(however as in: However much she tried...) to whatever degree (regardless of how much; or whatever unspecified amount)
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(3)
(however as in: However you do it, get it done!) in whatever way
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(4)
(meaning too rare to warrant focus) meaning too rare to warrant focus:
Much more rarely (and arguably incorrectly), however can be used to intensify the word how, as when one says "However did you find her?" Grammarians would suggest using two words for that usage: "How ever did you find her?"